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How Can Sharp Pain Behind The Neck On The Left Side Be Treated?

42 yr old man Sharp pain in left back side of my my neck running down to my shoulder and lung. Slightly hard to taking a deep breath. I had it since last Sunday. Went to family Dr. Thursday. Was given hydrocodone, Monica, Robaxin 500mg. I am getting no relief. Using heat, massage and Motrin.
Fri, 28 Dec 2018
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Hello,

As a first line management you can take analgesics like paracetamol or aceclofenac for pain relief.

If symptoms persists better to consult a neurologist and plan for an MRI scan to rule out conditions like cervical spondylitis.

Hope I have answered your query. Let me know if I can assist you further.

Regards,
Dr. Shinas Hussain, General & Family Physician
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How Can Sharp Pain Behind The Neck On The Left Side Be Treated?

Hello, As a first line management you can take analgesics like paracetamol or aceclofenac for pain relief. If symptoms persists better to consult a neurologist and plan for an MRI scan to rule out conditions like cervical spondylitis. Hope I have answered your query. Let me know if I can assist you further. Regards, Dr. Shinas Hussain, General & Family Physician